1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1075 kg |
